1which of these most accurately states the point of view of the author?
a) volunteering is often boring.
b) volunteering can be difficult.
c) volunteering should be mandatory.
d) volunteering is a valuable experience.
2 although volunteering might seem strenuous, it doesn’t have to be!
in this sentence from the passage, what does the word strenuous mean as used here?
a) boring
b) disturbing
c) exhausting
d) intimidating
3 how does the author support her assertions in this passage?
a) the author uses data and statistics to support the importance of volunteering.
b) the author's opinion that volunteering is important is backed up by examples of how volunteering both the person volunteering and others.
c) the author does not use facts, but only opinions to support her points.
d) the author uses personal testimonies to attest to the value and importance of volunteering.
6 the author's purpose in this passage is
a) to amuse because the passage contain many funny jokes and asides.
b) to critique because the passage shows problems with volunteering activities.
c) to inform because the passage provides examples of local volunteer opportunities.
d) to persuade because the passage encourages readers to volunteer more of their time.